Products, Services    |    0 comments    |    October 21

Botox for Beginners

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a non-surgical procedure that is quick, easy, and practically painless. In fact, the recovery is virtually nonexistent, usually taking only minutes. However, there are some steps to follow if you want to achieve the best results that you can. Following these simple aftercare instructions is sure to make your recovery time trouble-free!

Four Hours After Treatment

  • Avoid lying down and try to keep head elevated.
  • Perform facial expressions (smiling, frowning, etc.) to help the medicine spread into the appropriate area.
  • Avoid wearing makeup at the risk of aggravating the injection site.

Twenty Four Hours After Treatment

  • Do not participate in any strenuous exercise or activity.
  • Do not massage the treatment area as it might spread into other unwanted areas.

Bruising, Swelling, and Redness

  • Applying an ice pack to the injection site will help to accelerate the healing process.
  • Avoiding direct sunlight, alcohol consumption, and the use of anti-inflammatory drugs will help keep the bruising to a minimum.

Most side effects usually go away within a couple of hours. However, if you’re experiencing extreme discomfort or if the side effects are simply not going away, do not hesitate to contact one of our skin care specialists!

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 865.342.5823 (Knoxville location) or 865.868.4683 (Sevierville location).



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General, Products, Services    |    1 comment    |    January 28

The Fill on Injectable Fillers

These days noninvasive anti-aging options are becoming more mainstream. In fact, soft tissue fillers were one of the top five minimally-invasive cosmetic procedures performed in 2009(according to NewBeauty). Procedures known as “liquid lifts,” are administered to volume-deficient facial areas for a rejuvenated, younger look.

Adding facial fullness while curtailing the onset of wrinkles, injectable fillers are a great alternative to surgery. Medi-Spa at Knoxville Dermatology Group encourages you to learn more about this cosmetic procedure, including all the different types of fillers currently on the market.  If you feel like you may be an ideal candidate for injectable fillers, visit Medi-Spa for a consultation.

About Injectable Fillers
Injectable fillers can plump thin lips, enhance shallow contours, soften facial creases and wrinkles. The appearance of recessed scars can also be improved with the aid of injectable fillers.

Areas that can be injected include: temples, tear troughs, forehead, jaw line, cheek area, around the eyes, around the mouth, and lower nasolabial folds. At these areas, injections are made under the muscle to lift and add volume. Areas in the face will appear full, making facial features look softer and more defined. Furthermore, injections made around the eyes such as between the brows, diminish horizontal lines before they develop.
How Long Results Last
According to NewBeauty, injecting fillers deep into the muscle, as opposed to superficially gives a longer-lasting result.  Most of these results last about six to 12 months. Moreover, since injections are made under the muscle, the body does not metabolize the product as quickly.
Results are not permanent and the continued aging of your face and variables in the absorption of fillers will affect how long your results last.

Types of Fillers

  • Collagen- A natural protein that supports the skin, this popular filler may last 2 to 4 months.
    Cosmetic Injectable: Radiesse® reduces appearance of any wrinkles around the nose and mouth. It also fills in existing scars and stimulates the body to produce more collagen.
  • Hyaluronic Acid-Naturally found in our bodies, this is best for plumping thin lips and filling facial creases. Also recommended to treat surface wrinkles and concave scars. Results may last 6 months or more.
    Cosmetic Injectable:JUVÉDERM® XC; JUVÉDERM Ultra®, JUVÉDERM Ultra® Plus; Perlane®; Sculptra™;Restylane® is best for lip augmentation, face contouring and wrinkle correction. It can also be used in conjunction with BOTOX® Cosmetic.

Proper Skin Care
The key to diminishing the signs of aging is maintaining healthy skin. Dermatologists recommend glycolic acid, vitamin C, Retin-A and hydroquinone to incorporate in an existing skin care regimen if you are considering the procedure.



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